๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-04

The Impact of Improved Vagal Function on Periaqueductal Gray Connectivity (NCT05618067)

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study is being to see if participating in breathing exercise training and practicing this training will help with Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS). The information may help doctors to learn more about how the different parts of people's brains communicate.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Virnigia Commonwealth University โ€” Richmond, Virginia

Age range: 18 Years to 50 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • breathing exercise training (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Virnigia Commonwealth University โ€” Richmond, Virginia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (804) 628-0145

Email: thomas.chelimsky@vcuhealth.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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